Gina Passarella Cipriani

Gina Passarella is editor-in-chief of Global Legal Brands at ALM, including oversight of The American Lawyer, Corporate Counsel, Law.com International, Legaltech News, The National Law Journal and China Law & Practice. She also works closely on Law.com Pro and GLL Advisers. Gina's coverage focuses on the business of law, client relationships, law firm strategy and the future direction of the profession. She also has a particular focus on mental health in the legal profession.

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February 14, 2019 | The Recorder

Nominations Period for National Law Journal's Elite Trial Lawyer Awards Now Open

The National Law Journal is now accepting submissions for its prestigious Elite Trial Lawyers awards, which honor the best work being done on behalf of plaintiffs.

By Gina Passarella Cipriani

1 minute read

February 14, 2019 | The Legal Intelligencer

Nominations Period for National Law Journal's Elite Trial Lawyer Awards Now Open

The National Law Journal is now accepting submissions for its prestigious Elite Trial Lawyers awards, which honor the best work being done on behalf of plaintiffs.

By Gina Passarella Cipriani

1 minute read

February 12, 2019 | The American Lawyer

'Scared. Ashamed. Crippled.': How One Lawyer Overcame Living With Depression in Big Law

Reed Smith counsel Mark Goldstein wasn't sure he could both be a lawyer and have mental health disabilities. But he learned how to survive and thrive in Big Law.

By Mark S. Goldstein

10 minute read

February 10, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Inside Law Firms' Best Results in a Decade

Law firms were able to grow revenue more than expenses despite a big rise in the cost of associate salaries.

By John Wilmouth and Gretta Rusanow

11 minute read

February 06, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Deadlines Extended: The American Lawyer Industry Awards Now Open

The American Lawyer is calling for submissions for the industry's most prestigious awards as we celebrate the exceptional work being done across the legal services delivery ecosystem.

By Gina Passarella Cipriani

15 minute read

February 01, 2019 | The American Lawyer

GCs Are Offering Work on a Silver Platter—and Law Firms Aren't Taking It

It was evident at Legalweek NYC 2019 that law firms are missing a major opportunity with existing clients.

By Gina Passarella Cipriani

3 minute read

January 30, 2019 | Law.com

6 Takeaways From Day 1 of Legalweek NYC

In-house counsel, diversity, data (or lack thereof), and so much more are dominating discussions at Legalweek NYC 2019.

By ALM Staff

4 minute read

January 30, 2019 | The American Lawyer

"It's Not About Dumping White, Male Lawyers:" Signatory to Open Letter Explains Why This Diversity Push Is Different

Turo CLO Michelle Fang says giving more work to diverse lawyers doesn't have to mean firing existing, trusted advisers. It's about building new trusted relationships.

By Gina Passarella Cipriani

4 minute read

January 30, 2019 | The Recorder

"It's Not About Dumping White, Male Lawyers:" Turo CLO Explains Why Latest GC Diversity Push is Different

Michelle Fang, the CLO of San Francisco-based Turo, says giving more work to diverse lawyers doesn't have to mean firing existing, trusted advisers. It's about building new trusted relationships.

By Gina Passarella Cipriani

5 minute read

January 28, 2019 | The American Lawyer

From the Editor: When 170 GCs Talk, Firms Listen...But Will the GCs?

This isn't the first time GCs have demanded change. Will it be different this time around? There is one reason why it might be.

By Gina Passarella Cipriani

5 minute read

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